Tiputa

14°58′34″S 147°37′30″W / 14.976°S 147.625°W / -14.976; -147.625Tiputa is a village on the French Polynesian atoll of Rangiroa, in the Tuamotu archipelago.

Geography

It is located on the Northern edge of the atoll,[1] approximately 7 km East-southeast of the village of Avatoru. The two villages are separated by the Tiputa Pass, a world-renowned spot for underwater diving.[2] It is necessary to travel to Avatoru by means of a water taxi to make it to Rangiroa Airport.[3]

The population of Tiputa is around 900 inhabitants, making it the most populous village of the atoll of Rangiroa.[4] The main economical activity in Tiputa is tourism.[5] There are hotels and other touristic installations.

References

  1. ^ "Online magazine of the atoll of Rangiroa". www.discover-rangiroa.com. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  2. ^ Tiputa Pass is one of the best spots in the world to drift dive with sharks and mantas Accessed 18 February 2010
  3. ^ Teja (2021-01-07). "How to Spend 7 Laidback Days in Rangiroa Atoll, French Polynesia". Teja on the Horizon. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  4. ^ "Rangiroa: a hidden paradise in French Polynesia". www.aranui.com. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  5. ^ "Tuamotu : Rangiroa and Fakarava nature & cultural excursions to discover • EnezGreen". EnezGreen. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
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